Monthly Archives: January, 2012
10 Tips on How to Choose a Freight Forwarder
As a new importer/exporter choosing the right logistics partner or changing your current logistics provider can be a tough decision.
I worked 10 years as a logistics manager...
Ports of the World Quiz
Happy Friday everyone!
How much do you know about ports around the world? Take the quiz and find out! Click on the port map below...
Be a Guest Author on More Than Shipping
We are accepting article submissions from our readers, and if your article is selected you will be a published guest author on More Than...
5 Basic Steps on How To Import
For some people international shipping is a no brainer however for some it might get really complicated. There are a lot of variables in the...
Culture Clash
Working in a global industry means communicating daily with individuals across borders, oceans and continents. It also includes traveling far distances to establish and further...
Survival of the Fittest
In the Mesozoic era, Deinosuchus considered the “terrible crocodile” was capable of killing and eating even the largest of dinosaurs. I was completely shocked when...
Does Multitasking Really Work?
Do you believe that multitasking is only for computers? Or do you think that it is a great skill that must be adopted by...
Child Labor Today Around the World
Have you ever thought about the people who have been a part of the manufacturing of the products you use? Especially the child labor.
If...
The Carbon Footprint of the Shipping Industry
94% of Supply Chain professionals rate green issues as a business priority. The international shipping is already, by far, the most carbon efficient mode...
Current Rate Analysis from China
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After months of hard time for every steamship line in 2011, it seems like a new hope is arising for the carriers again to increase...